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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to Bournemouth

Composite routes from Cardiff to Bournemouth

Cheapest
2 h 35 min
Car
183 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 51 min
Bus
201 km.
from €130
Details

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 3
First Great Western Service
Website
Cross Country
Website
South Western Railway
Website
First Great Western Service
Website
2h 34m
Hourly
$75.95–$177.21
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Cross Country
Website
30 min
Hourly
$34.18–$54.43
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
South Western Railway
Website
36 min
Every 30 minutes
$18.99–$45.57
0345 6000 650
0345 6000 650
Call
Bus operators
Found: 2
Scottish Citylink
Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NW
megabus
Buchanan Bus station, Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW
Scottish Citylink
Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NW
+44 141 352 4444
+44 141 352 4444
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
megabus
Buchanan Bus station, Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW
+44 141 352 4444
+44 141 352 4444
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth is to drive which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bournemouth via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cardiff and Bournemouth is 230 km. The road distance is 187.3 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $81.52 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bournemouth train from?

Cardiff to Bournemouth train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Bournemouth train arrive?

Cardiff to Bournemouth train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bournemouth is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Cardiff to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

Book your Cardiff to Bournemouth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2169+ hotels available in Bournemouth. Prices start at $76.05 per night.
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